London blends history and modernity. See the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, Westminster, Parliament and Big Ben, then the London Eye over the Thames. UNESCO sites include Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, and Greenwich. Art lovers should visit the British Museum, National Gallery, and Tate Modern. For local flavor, explore Camden and Notting Hill markets, Shoreditch cafés and galleries, or Mayfair boutiques.

Egersund is a charming coastal town on Norway's southwest shore, where colourful wooden houses, sheltered harbours and a relaxed maritime atmosphere set the scene. Stroll the waterfront, browse local shops and cafés, or head into the surrounding landscape of rocky coves, heather-clad hills and scenic coastal viewpoints. Known for its fishing heritage and easy access to fjords and nature, Egersund offers an authentic glimpse of Norwegian life.

At the head of Nordfjord, Olden is a tiny village of about 600 people, ringed by peaks, waterfalls, and Jostedalsbreen National Park. The park holds mainland Europe's largest glacier, with over 175 square miles of ice spilling into ancient valleys. Hike in the morning to Briksdal Glacier, then return to Olden for fresh fish lunch beside waters reflecting the surrounding mountains.

Ålesund, set among fjords and the Sunnmøre Alps, is known for its art nouveau architecture rebuilt after the 1904 fire. Its fairytale towers and gables make the city center ideal to explore on foot. Start at Jugendstilsenteret, a museum of art nouveau design, then head to the harbor for boat tours, fjord cruises, and fishing trips. For a sweeping view, climb Mount Aksla's 400+ steps to a memorable panorama.

Geiranger is a tiny village visited mainly for its breathtaking fjords. The UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord is narrow, framed by steep cliffs and waterfalls dropping into clear blue water, with only a few abandoned sheep farms marking human presence. For views, visit Geiranger Skywalk on Dalsnibba or Eagle Road's hairpin bends. Explore by yacht, boat cruise, or kayak, and watch for the Seven Sisters, the Suitor, and the Bridal Veil waterfalls, visible from the water.

Bergen, ringed by the Seven Mountains, is one of Norway's most beloved cities for its scenic harbor and fjords. Ride the Bergen Cable Car or Fløibanen for great views, or climb Rosenkrantz Tower for a panorama of the city. UNESCO-listed Bryggen preserves Bergen's Hanseatic past with colorful alleyways, restaurants, studios, and boutiques; nearby museums cover that history and 19th-century life. For art and music, Kode includes works by Edvard Munch and the home of Bergen native Edvard Grieg.

This former European Capital of Culture mixes a lively waterfront of art galleries and food stalls with a short walk inland to cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and hollyhock-draped cottages. Enjoy smørrebrød with herring or shrimp, then a warm Danish pastry. Visit ARoS for its rainbow skywalk or Den Gamle By, where costumed residents live out 18th-century routines.

Perched on a harbor rock, the Little Mermaid welcomes visitors to Copenhagen, a lively Danish capital famed for happiness, good food, free education and healthcare, and a 37-hour work week. The city blends modern architecture, world-class museums, charming canals, and Old Town streets in the world's oldest kingdom, plus 15 Michelin-starred restaurants and Strøget, the world's longest pedestrian shopping street.